Lebanese PM urges Syrian refugees to return home, citing resource strains; Italy pledges support.

Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati has urged Syrian refugees in Lebanon to return home, citing the strain on Lebanon's resources due to hosting over two million Syrians. Mikati called on the international community, especially Europe, to aid in early recovery efforts in secure Syrian areas. Meeting in Rome, Italian PM Giorgia Meloni reaffirmed Italy's support for Lebanon's stability and discussed facilitating safe refugee returns.

December 14, 2024
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